Kankelfritz & Friends

Contemporary Christian music singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and author, David Crowder offered wisdom and guidance in a conversation with Family Life Radio that can help us navigate life’s twists and turns. Crowder reminds us to cherish the present moment, “There are little, bitty things that you can go, ‘Man, what a gift to be here right […] […]

Ruth Chou Simons on Divine Mercy In this interview with Ruth Chou Simons on Family Life Radio, she had some real talk about the tension we all feel—wanting to be superwomen but realizing we’re just not. And guess what? That’s not only okay; it’s actually a gift – the gift of knowing we need more. […] […]

Wisdom from Steven Curtis Chapman In a world that seems increasingly divided, many Christ-followers find themselves wrestling with how to navigate these tumultuous times. Steven Curtis Chapman, a celebrated Christian artist, shared some thoughts with the Family Life Radio team that offers a reflective pause. Steven started off by echoing the sentiments of many, saying, […] […]

6 Takeaways from Patrick Mayberry’s Story Behind the Song Have you ever felt like you’re running life’s race alone? Patrick Mayberry, a seasoned worship leader, felt the same way until he penned the song “Holy Spirit Come.” His journey offers valuable insights that can profoundly impact your faith walk. Let’s explore six takeaways from Patrick’s […] […]

Ruth Chou Simons on Craving God’s Word In a recent interview with Family Life Radio, Ruth Chou Simons, the founder of GraceLaced.com, shared some invaluable insights about faith, surrender and our relationship with God. Your spiritual journey is a two-way street. God is always there, knowing what you need before you do. But it takes […] […]

Completely Undone with Patrick Mayberry Singer and songwriter, Patrick Mayberry opened up about his journey into becoming an artist, a path filled with self-doubt and questions about his own worth. During a conference, he experienced a profound spiritual moment where he felt the Holy Spirit working within him, breaking down his fears and insecurities. “Stepping […] […]

How Crowder Finds Perspective in the Creative Process Where creativity intertwines with faith, contemporary Christian artist, David Crowder paints an intriguing landscape of thoughts about his writing process. In a conversation with Family Life Radio, Crowder shared about his creativity, collaboration and the ventures we engage in. Crowder illustrates his creative process with a tender […] […]

God in the Rhythm with Steven Curtis Chapman Steven Curtis Chapman, a titan in the world of Christian music, sat down with Family Life Radio for a brief conversation. With a career that spans over three decades, the artist reveals the secret behind his incredible success is a delicate balance of creativity and discipline. “Creativity […] […]

Uniting the World through Love and Unity with Crowder David Crowder, contemporary Christian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and author, finds courage and solace his faith and believes it to be the answer to the division in today’s chaotic world. Crowder finds similarities between Paul’s letter to the Corinthians and the world you and I are navigating […] […]

Ruth Chou Simons on Shaping Your Daily Life In a recent interview with Family Life Radio, Ruth Chou Simons, the founder of GraceLaced.com, author, artist and creative business strategist, shared some profound insights on how to navigate life’s challenges while keeping faith at the center. Her words serve as a timely reminder that our relationship […] […]

with Patrick Mayberry Have you ever found yourself in a season where reality seems to clash with your desires and prayers? You’re not alone. Singer and songwriter Patrick Mayberry recently shared the story behind his song, “Breakthrough Miracle Power.” Find out why the words resonate with so many of us. “I was just in a […] […]

New Ways to Experience God with Patrick Mayberry You may find yourself today at a crossroads in your faith journey, seeking inspiration, connection and authenticity. If so, singer and songwriter, Patrick Mayberry offers you some inspiring thoughts he shares during his conversation with Family Life Radio. “For me, variety is the spice of life. So […] […]

A Look Back in Joy with Micah Tyler Have you taken a moment in the past few years to look back on that season of chaos that occurred mid-March of 2020? Family Life Radio asked Micah Tyler to reflect on the last couple of years – the insanity, chaos and confusion – and share what […] […]

Matthew West’s Wisdom on Climbing the Ladder of Life Does your life’s ladder lean against the right wall? This metaphorical question about the trajectory of our lives can be a deep source of anxiety for Christ followers striving to walk in God’s path. Christian artist, singer, songwriter and author, Matthew West, during an insightful conversation […] […]

Heartbeats and Fingerprints with Micah Tyler “At the end of the day, we are all heartbeats and fingerprints trying to find purpose in this world,” Micah Tyler, contemporary Christian music artist shared in a conversation with Family Life Radio. “I know the short shortcomings that I have,” Micah notes. “I know the mistakes that I’ve […] […]

What Does it Feel like to be Singularly Loved? As followers of Jesus Christ, we often grapple with the concept of God’s love. How can the Creator of the Universe think of each one of us individually? Contemporary Christian artist Matthew West beautifully explores this theme that inspired the song “Me on Your Mind” in […] […]

Finding Hope in the Words of a Song with Micah Tyler Have you ever felt that God was speaking directly to you through a song? Maybe you were facing a challenging situation, feeling overwhelmed or lost and suddenly, the right melody and lyrics filled the air. You felt as if God Himself was reassuring you. […] […]

Brooke Ligertwood’s Tips for a Fruitful Faith Journey Family responsibilities, pressures from work and the challenges of daily life can sometimes overshadow our spiritual journey and hinder consistency in our connection with God. But Brooke Ligertwood, renowned recording artist and worship leader, offers you some encouragement, even during life’s most trying seasons. Life has seasons […] […]

Kia Stephens Holds Tight to Jesus Have you ever pondered the transformative power of forgiveness and the vital role of faith in healing emotional wounds? Kia Stephens, in a recent interview with Family Life Radio, shared her experience on this subject. Her journey of healing from profound father wounds and her unwavering faith in Jesus […] […]

God’s Approach to Healthy Boundaries with Lisa Terkeurst Lysa Terkeurst, the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, recently joined Family Life Radio for a conversation to unpack the importance of setting boundaries in our lives. “Boundaries are not just a good idea. They’re actually God’s idea,” Lysa said. In Genesis 1, we see God created separations […] […]

Brooke Ligertwood’s Heartfelt Insights In a world brimming with noise, the act of truly listening can be transformative. Brooke Ligertwood, esteemed platinum recording artist and Grammy-award winning songwriter, brings forth a refreshing perspective that merges her musical journey with age-old biblical wisdom. Through her words, we’re reminded of the profound impact of attentive listening, not […] […]

Finding balance with Hope Darst Stress often finds a way to creep into our hearts and minds. It’s a common struggle, and even those who appear to handle stress effortlessly may wrestle with their own inner battles. Christian worship leader, musician and songwriter Hope Darst shared with Family Life Radio her personal journey of learning […] […]

Matthew West on Aligning Your Ambitions with God’s Plans From childhood, we are often encouraged to find our ‘one thing’ – the single talent, the unidirectional path that will define our lives. But God, in His infinite wisdom, designed us to be so much more. Contemporary Christian musician, singer-songwriter, and author, Matthew West shared in […] […]

Lysa Terkeurst on Boundary Setting Renowned author and speaker Lysa Terkeurst delved into the complex world of setting boundaries in relationships in a conversation with Family Life Radio. As she eloquently explained, “A sign of unhealthy boundaries is if you’re trying to use it to manipulate, punish or control another person.” Unhealthy boundaries, much like […] […]

Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too Sissy Goff, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP Author, counselor, and child therapy expert, Sissy Goff, recently sat down with Family Life Radio to discuss her latest book, “The Worry-Free Parent.” In her book, Sissy shares practical methods parents can adopt to help overcome the weight of worry and move into […] […]

Through gratitude’s power to transform When Jordan St. Cyr, contemporary Christian singer, songwriter and storyteller, talked with Family Life Radio, he candidly expressed his struggle with gratitude. Jordan made the connection between surrender, gratitude and finding joy in the present. “What I’ve realized,” Jordan explained, “is that a grateful heart is, when you recognize it, […] […]

Embrace a lifestyle beyond thankfulness While talking with Family Life Radio, contemporary Christian artist Brandon Heath highlighted the significance of gratitude, stating, “A couple of years ago, somebody actually told me how important it is to look life through the lens of gratitude.” Gratitude is not simply an emotion. It’s a transformative perspective, a lens […] […]

Insights from Lysa Terkeurst Lysa Terkeurst is a name that needs little introduction in the world of Christian literature. As the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the author of over 25 books, Lysa has consistently offered profound insights into life, faith and relationships. Her recent book, “Good Boundaries and Goodbyes: Loving Others without Losing […] […]

A life of worship with Hope Darst In a world filled with shifting values and constant distractions, building a resilient life of worship requires steadfast determination and a surrendered heart. Christian worship leader, musician and songwriter, Hope Darst, recently shared her insights on the challenges and blessings of following God’s way in an interview with […] […]

Prayer is the real key The challenge to pray without ceasing came up in discussion when Family Life Radio talked with Jordan St. Cyr, contemporary Christian singer, songwriter and storyteller. Jordan shared that continual prayer is the real key. His hope is that if a stranger were looking in at his life, he would see […] […]

How God reminded him what worship is for Whether it’s in our careers, relationships or hobbies, we want to be the best and impress those around us. But when it comes to our faith and our worship of God, this mentality can be dangerous. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to perform or the temptation […] […]

From Estrangement to Reconciliation As children, we often look to our fathers for stability, strength and identity. In a recent Family Life Radio interview Kia Stephens, author of “Overcoming Father Wounds: Exchanging Your Pain for God’s Perfect Love,” shared her personal journey of trying to reconnect with her estranged father and how, in the process, […] […]

What the Lord builds stands firm When Hope Darst, Christian worship leader, musician and songwriter, chatted with Family Life Radio she reflected on the chaos of the last couple of years and, like so many others, found herself reflecting on her life and questioning her priorities. “I was asking God,” Hope explained, “What priorities I […] […]

An Interview with Brandon Heath In his interview with Family Life Radio, contemporary Christian artist Brandon Heath shared the foundation of his latest album, Enough Already, speaks directly to the heart of the human condition. The lyrics explore his feelings of inadequacy, only to find that through God, he has been deemed “enough” all along. […] […]

Between the miracle and not yet When Jordan St. Cyr, contemporary Christian singer, songwriter and storyteller, talked with Family Life Radio about his family’s challenges with his daughter’s Sturge-Weber syndrome diagnosis (a rare neurological condition), he called it a “waiting period.” Jordan spoke about embracing the time in between what he hopes and prays for […] […]

When Mike Donehey said YES to the present When Christian singer, songwriter and author, Mike Donehey talked with his band, Tenth Avenue North, they came to the amicable conclusion that they wanted to retire the band. So, they planned a “Farewell Tour.” As Mike shared with Family Life Radio, that tour was cut short and […] […]

Mike Donehey’s Approach to Songwriting When Mike Donehey, Christian singer, songwriter and author, talked with Family Life Radio about how he approaches writing a song, he said it varies from time to time. “Sometimes,” Mike explained, “you just go with whatever you are thinking at the time. Sometimes it is a journaled, well-defined idea. Sometimes […] […]